As we move into this holiday season, making dietary changes is low on the priority list for lots of us. Here at WellPsyche we are committed to brining you the latest information on all aspects of mental health and we are looking forward to focusing on the effects of diet and nutrition as we move…

Joy : (noun) a state of happiness or felicity :bliss a source or cause of delight Joy. We all want it. But how many of us really find it? Experiencing last joy can seem like an insurmountable feat. But, it may be more basic than we realize. What if, by spending a few minutes, engaged…

Merriam-Webster defines Binge Eating as uncontrolled compulsive eating. Binge eating is a common problem reported by many of my patients. Sometimes people binge eat in response to true hunger. More commonly in our culture, where food is often available in excessive quantities, binge eating can become disordered eating. Binge eating is considered a disorder when the following…

Results from an ongoing study in London were just published in the scientific journal “Nature” and reveal that sugar consumption may have a direct impact on our mental health. The study has followed approximately 10,000 individuals who were initially recruited in 1985 through 1988. Almost 70% of participants were male, while approximately 30% were female….

What are couples who report high levels of satisfaction with their partners doing differently from those who don’t? A recent meta-analysis of 21 different research articles about Empathetic Accuracy reveals some interesting insight into the nature of satisfying relationships. Empathetic Accuracy (EA) is a term that describes the extent to which people use their ability to…

Anxiety disorders are the most common psychiatric conditions diagnosed in the United States, effecting more than 40 million American’s each year. What you eat and drink can significantly impact anxiety levels and your nutritional status can either support or undermine other treatments you may be receiving for anxiety. Foods and Drink to Avoid: Caffeine. Caffeine…

Trouble sleeping, or insomnia, happens to more than 3 million Americans yearly. Insomnia can cause problems falling asleep and staying asleep and may be caused by biological factors, medical and psychiatric conditions, ineffective sleep habits and substance use, including alcohol use. Insomnia can be temporary or chronic and is estimated to cost the US over 63…

It’s probably not surprising that as a psychiatric mental health provider, I work daily with people who are in crisis. Over the years, I’ve noticed that fewer and fewer people are aware they are in crisis when they come to see me. There are probably many reasons for this but I think one of the…

A new study from the University of Oxford revealed playing the computer game Tetris may help prevent the development of post traumatic stress disorder, following motor vehicle crashes. The randomized control trial included 71 people who presented to the emergency department, following their involvement in a car accident. Half of the participants were asked to…

You’ve likely already heard that exercise can help treat depression and, if you suffer from depression, you’ve probably already had at least one well-meaning aunt, cousin or neighbor tell you to ditch your antidepressant medication and sign up for a half marathon instead. And while it’s likely not a good idea to stop taking your…

Relationships are at the heart of our existence as humans. Relationships help to define us; they bring us some of life’s greatest joys and deepest sorrows. Some relationships develop seemingly effortlessly, while others take an immense amount of effort. On our quest for ultimate holistic health, it is worthwhile to reflect on our past, current…